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I have a Motorola droid razr m model XT907. It's rooted and GSM unlocked. I'm using it on Straight Talk currently. Verizon is pushing this 98.18.78 update which I hear unroots the phone. I want to know which of the verizon apps I need to freeze or remove to prevent this update.
Thanks in advance
Blufx1 said:
I have a Motorola droid razr m model XT907. It's rooted and GSM unlocked. I'm using it on Straight Talk currently. Verizon is pushing this 98.18.78 update which I hear unroots the phone. I want to know which of the verizon apps I need to freeze or remove to prevent this update.
Thanks in advance
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Just a heads up, you posted in the Razr HD forum, but no big deal the procedure will be the same for both. When I was running stock ROMs, I would freeze the updater.apk in TiBU to prevent OTAs. However, the new update is rootable with Motochopper 1.3, but you can't unlock the bootloader. If I was in your situation, I would unlock the bootloader now, take the update (for the improvements it offers), re-root it, and unlock it for GSM again. Once your BL is unlocked and you have a custom recovery installed, all you have to do is flash SU in recovery to regain root.
I thank you for the answer. You make it sound so easy,. However, I needed step by step instructions to get where I am now. Can you point me to some to do this? I've unlocked the GSM a couple of times using CellZealot's post. That's no problem. I have titanium backup to freeze the updater.apk, but what is TiBU? I'll get Motochopper in the meantime.
Duhhhh, I just figured out what TiBU is.
Blufx1 said:
Duhhhh, I just figured out what TiBU is.
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If you don't want to unlock the bootloader and want to take the OTA, then root afterwards, you can find Motochopper 1.3 here:
http://www.droidrzr.com/index.php/t...oot-razr-m-xt907-for-locked-devices-on-91878/
If you want to unlock the bootloader, look for Motopocalypse here (you'll need root access for this, so unlock prior to updating. The OTA does block the ability to unlock the BL, but does not block the ability to root):
http://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Template:Motopocalypse
Once you unlock the bootloader, look for the TWRP thread in the Development section, there should be instructions, along with the file you need to install the recovery. Once TWRP is installed, get the updater SuperSU .zip and flash it in recovery and you will re-gain root. If you want to update after unlocking, you can take one of the several stock ROMs running around here and flash in recovery.
SuperSU: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1538053
Long story short:
- You can stay as is, by just freezing the updater.apk
- You can OTA and re-root with Motochopper 1.3
- You can unlock bootloader and re-root afterwards.
Thanks again. I'll work on this tomorrow and post back.
Blufx1 said:
Thanks again. I'll work on this tomorrow and post back.
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No probem, let us know how it turns out.
RikRong said:
If you don't want to unlock the bootloader and want to take the OTA, then root afterwards, you can find Motochopper 1.3 here:
http://www.droidrzr.com/index.php/t...oot-razr-m-xt907-for-locked-devices-on-91878/
If you want to unlock the bootloader, look for Motopocalypse here (you'll need root access for this, so unlock prior to updating. The OTA does block the ability to unlock the BL, but does not block the ability to root):
http://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Template:Motopocalypse
Once you unlock the bootloader, look for the TWRP thread in the Development section, there should be instructions, along with the file you need to install the recovery. Once TWRP is installed, get the updater SuperSU .zip and flash it in recovery and you will re-gain root. If you want to update after unlocking, you can take one of the several stock ROMs running around here and flash in recovery.
SuperSU: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1538053
Long story short:
- You can stay as is, by just freezing the updater.apk
- You can OTA and re-root with Motochopper 1.3
- You can unlock bootloader and re-root afterwards.
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To add to this, if you unlock, you will permanently be able to root...
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Ok. I have the bootloader unlocked. I downloaded a rom from here. It's been cleaned up of bloatware and stuff. I have SuperSU and updater SuperSU, but I dont know what to do with it. I also installed TWRP manager. I need just a little more guidance.
Blufx1 said:
Ok. I have the bootloader unlocked. I downloaded a rom from here. It's been cleaned up of bloatware and stuff. I have SuperSU and updater SuperSU, but I dont know what to do with it. I also installed TWRP manager. I need just a little more guidance.
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Ok, so first, you need to disable the install-recovery script. I built an app to do this (YOU GET TO BE THE FIRST TESTER YAY!)
Install this app: ftp://kd8rho.net/RecoveryFlasherDisabler-public-test.apk
Choose "disable install-recovery"
That will (theoretically - can't test cause my phone's rooted and ROMMed) allow you to install a custom recovery without any hassle.
Once that's done, follow the installation instructions in this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2226729, starting with this line:
Next, choose your recovery. There are 2 options, TWRP (Touch Win Recovery Project) and CWM (ClockworkMod)
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You won't have to boot directly into recovery because that app *should* fix that for you. You can boot the phone normally after installing and run something like "adb reboot recovery"
I downloaded and installed your app. When I ran it, it said the installer was found, but disabled. moving on to step two now. Thanks
Hello. This is way off base but does the update fix the screen glitch? Are there any roms that will fix the glitch?
Thanks in advance!
Xt907 JESUS IS THE WAY, THE TRUTH, AND THE LIGHT! *BE BLESSED*
The screen glitch isn't fixed from the update. It might be better. I have a hunch the new radio isn't good for customers with unlimited data in areas with 4G coverage. My phone seems more eager to switch to 3g after the update. Besides that, I can't tell this update foes anything positive. It would be nice to use fastcharge while powered off but for some reason my device will not turn off while it's plugged in. It used to turn off and charge, then one day it quit working. If my battery is low enough and I turn the phone off the green light glows solid for s few minutes then the xt907 turns itself on. Can I downgrade to the previous radio or am I stuck with the new 3g friendly radio that presumably serves Verizon's purposes and not mine?
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The screen glitch isn't fixed from the update. It might be better. I have a hunch the new radio isn't good for customers with unlimited data in areas with 4G coverage. My phone seems more eager to switch to 3g after the update. Besides that, I can't tell this update foes anything positive. It would be nice to use fastcharge while powered off but for some reason my device will not turn off while it's plugged in. It used to turn off and charge, then one day it quit working. If my battery is low enough and I turn the phone off the green light glows solid for s few minutes then the xt907 turns itself on. Can I downgrade to the previous radio or am I stuck with the new 3g friendly radio that presumably serves Verizon's purposes and not mine?
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Yea...all I did was flash the radio and it feels like I'm being throttled now that I have the new radio...still on the.3/.78 just with the new radio... I'll try and flash the old radio here in a min ... Are you on an unlocked bootloader?
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zombolt said:
The screen glitch isn't fixed from the update. It might be better. I have a hunch the new radio isn't good for customers with unlimited data in areas with 4G coverage. My phone seems more eager to switch to 3g after the update. Besides that, I can't tell this update foes anything positive. It would be nice to use fastcharge while powered off but for some reason my device will not turn off while it's plugged in. It used to turn off and charge, then one day it quit working. If my battery is low enough and I turn the phone off the green light glows solid for s few minutes then the xt907 turns itself on. Can I downgrade to the previous radio or am I stuck with the new 3g friendly radio that presumably serves Verizon's purposes and not mine?
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Unfortunately I am locked. Bought the phone *right* after the may update. I migrated from the droid incredible, which has an open bootloader I believe. So it's been pretty rough after having that phone!
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What "screen glitch" are you talking about?
Oh, I forgot to post back. I managed to screw it up royally. But I have it straightened out now after a flash.
The screen will occasionally glitch on the left side, pushing the screen right and changing the color for about 1-2 seconds
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Good evening all, after experimenting on my RW XT1049 MotoX a bit, I have successfully rooted, installed Safestrap (laymans term: dual boot), installed a custom ROM, and enabled full recovery on the phone. I also was able to UNDO all this for a return to complete stock.
All steps below are not condoned by republic wireless in any way, and are in violation of your agreement with them. You will immediately void your phones warranty, and your agreement with republic wireless. That said... we're tinkerers, its what we do. Dont blame me, republic wireless, or my dog for anything that bricks, breaks, or exploded. If nuclear war starts because of your actions, its not Republics fault.
All credit goes to Hashcode for safestrap, and jCase for root. All files are located in respective links out of respect for them. If you dont know how to use adb, this guide is not for you.
Now that all thats said, for those not familiar with Safestrap, it is a custom recovery for phones with a locked bootloader, it enables "dual booting" of your phone, meaning that you can keep the stock RW rom (which we now have a raw image of) in your stock ROM slot, but also create up to 4 additional ROM slots for multi booting. I personally have the stock slot which i leave completely alone, a daily custom ROM in slot 1, and an experimental ROM in slot 2.
Now, as to how to do this. You need to complete five steps
Do a complete stock restore of your device using RSDLITE
http://theunlockr.com/2013/11/09/unroot-moto-x-all-versions/
A) Root using RockMyMoto
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2509590
B) Install the Tmobile XT1053 Safestrap
http://rootzwiki.com/topic/104161-recovery-locked-safestrap-recovery-v365-2013-11-13/
C) Perform an immediate back up of your stock rom slot, and get it off your phone as a backup
D) Create as many ROM slots as you like
E) Install the stock ROM back to one of your new ROM slots (NOT STOCK SLOT) and tinker, modify, and mess with it until your hearts content, knowing that you cant brick the device anymore, and you will always have your stock ROM in the STOCK slot.
0) So you learn how, and can do it if you brick your device during this process, do a complete stock restore of your device using the stock image, and RSDlite. If you dont do this, and try to do any of the following steps on an existing cluttered stock rom, i offer no guarantees of any kind
A) Rooting
RockMyMoto is designed for MotoXs that have recieved the Camera update, patching PwnMyMoto. If you are unsure of your firmware, try PwnMyMoto first.
First step is to install Cydia Impactor, by Saurik. http://www.cydiaimpactor.com/ This is required. You will also need adb installed and working, and be comfortable with the command line. Your phone must be on the same network as your PC.
Figure out the ip address of your phone:
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adb shell getprop dhcp.wlan0.ipaddress
unzip RockMyMoto-{version}.zip and push the exploit and su to /sdcard/:
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adb push su /sdcard/
adb push RockMyMoto.jar /sdcard/
Run Impactor and select "# start telnetd as system on port 2222", then hit start.
Once the process is complete, run telnet:
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telnet {your phone's ipaddress} 2222
Run the exploit through telnet
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dalvikvm -cp /sdcard/RockMyMoto.jar RockMyMoto
The exploit will tell you to use adb to reboot:
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adb reboot
Run the exploit through telnet for the second time, it will reboot on it's own:
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dalvikvm -cp /sdcard/RockMyMoto.jar RockMyMoto
Run the exploit through telnet for the third time, it will not reboot:
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dalvikvm -cp /sdcard/RockMyMoto.jar RockMyMoto
Wait 0-60 seconds, for su to install, then install SuperSu from the market.
Enjoy!
B) Installing Safestrap
HOW DO I INSTALL SAFESTRAP?
Be Rooted (Look for PWNMYMOTO/RockMyMoto by JCase):
RockMyMoto: http://rootzwiki.com...-the-first-ota/
PwnMyMoto: http://rootzwiki.com...-miniultramaxx/
Make sure in "Settings" -> "Security" you have "Unknown Sources" checked
Download the Safestrap APK to your device
Find the APK using a Filemanager tool and open it on your device, then click "Install".
(If updating from an existing Safestrap you might be warned that this will over-write the existing installation. Click the "Yes" equivalent to this message.)
Once installed, open up the Safestrap application as you would any other app.
Reboot into the Write-Protect Off (recovery) Android OS via the safestrap app (if this doesnt show up, you may still be in Write-Protect-Off from the last reboot when you rooted)
Agree to the disclaimer that you won't try to sue me and hunt me down with a rifle if you manage to break your phone..
Then use the "Install Recovery" button. You should see the current version down in the lower left corner of the window. And the "Status:" should say "Installed" when you're done.
From there you can reboot and you *should* see a new splash screen during the boot up. While this is showing you can enter Safestrap Recovery using the [ menu ] button.
That's it for the installation! Read below for a brief overview of Safestrap Recovery v3.x
C) Backup, this is self explanatory. If you dont know how to do a TWRP backup, and you've gotten this far, im amazed nuclear war hasnt started
D) Creating Custom ROM slots
Reboot your phone, select recovery
Select boot options
Select ROM slot 1
What size of /data slot should I make? 1GB for testing, 2GB as a small daily ROM and 3GB for a decent heavy use daily ROM.
Let it finish
Return to Recovery main menu
choose restore
restore your recent backup to ROM Slot 1
Reboot
Congratulations, you now have a safestrapped device. Mess with your ROM to your hearts content.
Thanks for this. RW user here.
I used the toolkit here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2477132
It made rooting idiot proof for me. Any good custom Roms working with RW yet? And can I install modded system apps as a zip in the recovery? (I'm addicted to team blackouts clear apps).
My thanks again.
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LOL oh sure.....I did the old ADB method. I haven't rooted anything in like 2 years. Took me forever. Wish I saw your post!
Oh, now that I have TB installed, should I freeze the update so I don't get KitKat until I have this all figured out? Not that it'll be a rush, since RW says "early 2014"....but I might as well if you think I should freeze it just in case.
Does any of this allow for use of a SIM from a carrier other than Republic? I have a buddy looking for an occasional use phone that will be used both here in the US, but also when visiting family in Romania.. he would like to be able to use a romainian SIM while traveling.
Great guide, but it probably should be in the General folder rather than the Original Development....I'm guessing an admin will move it!
Thanks for putting this together...I was just debating getting one of these!
Republic as Sprint uses CDMA for cell-network. The SIM in these phones are for LTE connectivity for data only. And Republic service is for US residents only. (Tho if you travel, as long as you have WiFi everything is gravy, not sure how roaming over there would work though.)
Wrong section. @The-Hulk or another admin please move this thread when you get a chance.
Thank you for this guide. Would you be able to post/link the moto firmware for our device? The main person's site hosting all these are down.
Edit: Firmware Site is back up. Would be interested in what ROMs you've tried/works.
kellison007 said:
Thank you for this guide. Would you be able to post/link the moto firmware for our device? The main person's site hosting all these are down.
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Yeah, I couldn't get the link to work either. I did find a Republic Wireless download for the Moto X on their site, but I'm still not sure if it's the right one.
What roms have your flashed?
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RobertsDF said:
What roms have your flashed?
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I haven't flashed anything yet. I wanted to make sure that I would be able to complete the unroot method using RSD lite before I tried anything else. As far as I can tell, I've found the correct download for the Republic Moto x and I'm going to give it a shot. I'm definitely no expert and I have very limited knowledge about the details of WHY all this stuff works, but I've been successful in rooting and modifying many different phones and tablets (of varying degrees of difficulty) by just carefully and thoroughly studying instructions and forums and following the instructions. Any advice that I could get would be greatly appreciated
Nobody flashes roms on a moto x. A rooted device is not an unlocked device. A rooted locked device doesn't accept a non stock kernel. You can flash like 2 roms now and they are basically just cleaned up stock roms. Here's what you do with a rooted Moto x. You install xposed. You install gravity box. This let's you install a reboot menu, maybe change around some settings which stock roms don't let you, status bar stuff, for example. You install ad blocking software. That's pretty much it.
Think of the roms you've installed. They're basically roms that get rid of touchwiz or sense, and bring it closer to stock. We already have stock. Without a kernel, which requires an unlocked bootloader, there's no over clocking.
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I haven't flashed anything yet. I wanted to make sure that I would be able to complete the unroot method using RSD lite before I tried anything else. As far as I can tell, I've found the correct download for the Republic Moto x and I'm going to give it a shot. I'm definitely no expert and I have very limited knowledge about the details of WHY all this stuff works, but I've been successful in rooting and modifying many different phones and tablets (of varying degrees of difficulty) by just carefully and thoroughly studying instructions and forums and following the instructions. Any advice that I could get would be greatly appreciated
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I've used the Republic Fxz to flash back to stock, it worked fine.
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Just discovered this thread, subscribed and will be following for progress and updates. Thanks for all your hard work and effort.
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SubliminalME said:
Nobody flashes roms on a moto x. A rooted device is not an unlocked device. A rooted locked device doesn't accept a non stock kernel. You can flash like 2 roms now and they are basically just cleaned up stock roms. Here's what you do with a rooted Moto x. You install xposed. You install gravity box. This let's you install a reboot menu, maybe change around some settings which stock roms don't let you, status bar stuff, for example. You install ad blocking software. That's pretty much it.
Think of the roms you've installed. They're basically roms that get rid of touchwiz or sense, and bring it closer to stock. We already have stock. Without a kernel, which requires an unlocked bootloader, there's no over clocking.
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Thank you for clearing this up, very helpful. Was wondering if anyone had a rough list of which programs(visible or not) that are safe to remove after obtaining root. For example, using the un-install(system apps) feature in Titanium Backup.
Also, how much memory do you think the Stock Rom slot is taking. I feel just so low on memory when installing a certain number of apps. Wondering if I should ditch the custom rom slots and simply use the main stock-ROM. Just redo this guide's restore feature if I happen to f**k anything up. Any examples of what other are doing are much appreciated.
where is the raw stock rom download?
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where is the raw stock rom download?
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here's a link....it's in this list, alphabetically, in the carrier column. http://sbf.droid-developers.org/phone.php?device=0
My Thread
I'm creating a thread now about all the stuff you can do on the RW Moto X too, mind if I link your thread in there?
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Republic Wireless's Moto X has a locked bootloader so custom roms cant be flashed at the moment, and the Moto X only accepts roms signed by Republic as of now, which explains why you were able to flash stock.
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What roms have your flashed?
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RW Safestrap Bootloop and a failed Restore
Victor Czar said:
I'm creating a thread now about all the stuff you can do on the RW Moto X too, mind if I link your thread in there?
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Republic Wireless's Moto X has a locked bootloader so custom roms cant be flashed at the moment, and the Moto X only accepts roms signed by Republic as of now, which explains why you were able to flash stock.
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I just tried to restore My RW after a bootloop happened on my safestrap image. It wouldn't allow me to get to safe straps boot screen. Tried the restore and ever other option on the fast boot screen. Finally I tried the unroot restore with the stock RW image. Followed the steps. It failed at step 7. Any advice?
I had the same problem you might to download fastboot and clear the cache or even user data(this will usually wipe everything). If all else fails you will probably need to start from scratch with the beginning of this guide.
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Can someone give clear instructions on how to Network unlock my completely stock Galaxy S4 I337? I've read all sorts of different methods and none of them have worked. So far, I have tried (unsuccessfully) the following:
- Using the *#27663368378# method, does not do anything
- Using the *#0011# method, does not take me to the UMTS menu
- Using the *#9090# method, does not take me to the UMTS menu
- Using the *#*#197328640#*#* method, takes me to the DEBUG SCREEN in the UMTS menu but Option 6 (PHONE CONTROL) is not there
- Using 'Samsung Service Mode' app method (google search for "samservicemode" it's the first XDA link), takes me to the DEBUG SCREEN in the UMTS menu but Option 6 (PHONE CONTROL) is not there
One thread I saw mentioned that the modem / modem drivers have something to do with the menu options not being there but didn't offer much else.
Is there a tried and true proven method to Network unlock an AT&T 32GB Galaxy S4 I337? My phone's basic info is attached.
Call AT$T and have them give you the unlock code. I did this and was the easiest way.
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Can someone give clear instructions on how to Network unlock my completely stock Galaxy S4 I337? I've read all sorts of different methods and none of them have worked. So far, I have tried (unsuccessfully) the following:
- Using the *#27663368378# method, does not do anything
- Using the *#0011# method, does not take me to the UMTS menu
- Using the *#9090# method, does not take me to the UMTS menu
- Using the *#*#197328640#*#* method, takes me to the DEBUG SCREEN in the UMTS menu but Option 6 (PHONE CONTROL) is not there
- Using 'Samsung Service Mode' app method (google search for "samservicemode" it's the first XDA link), takes me to the DEBUG SCREEN in the UMTS menu but Option 6 (PHONE CONTROL) is not there
One thread I saw mentioned that the modem / modem drivers have something to do with the menu options not being there but didn't offer much else.
Is there a tried and true proven method to Network unlock an AT&T 32GB Galaxy S4 I337? My phone's basic info is attached.
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Check this thread out.....http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48961319&postcount=3 work for me right away..........as long as u have Root access ( Jortex or Kingo ) both seem worked and install Regionlockaway app from OP.....then reboot.....I tested by switched to T-Mobile SIM CARD .....in and out going call worked.....mms also work.....:good:
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Check this thread out.....http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48961319&postcount=3 work for me right away..........as long as u have Root access ( Jortex or Kingo ) both seem worked and install Regionlockaway app from OP.....then reboot.....I tested by switched to T-Mobile SIM CARD .....in and out going call worked.....mms also work.....:good:
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Is there any sure-fire way without root?
I have had the same problem.
I have not found a way to sim unlock my phone.
The easiest way is to call AT&T and tell them that you will be traveling in Europe and need your phone unlocked. AT&T is generally willing to provide an unlock code in this situation.
If you wish to unlock it yourself, have a look at my post that gives you options when the necessary Samsung menu item appears to be missing. It's not usually missing.. just moved to a different sub menu: How to unlock..
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I tried following steps and my at&t phone is unlocked. Tried with T-mobile sim as well as international sim.
Possible method to SIM unlock on MK2 *must be rooted*
1. Rooted my s4 on MF3 using following method.
New Root Method for AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 (OTA MF3 + Safe update to MK2)
HOWTO:
Use a card reader to format the micro SD card to exFAT (FAT32 or other formats does not work) in Windows. I haven't tried Linux or MacOS X, so they may not work.
Download the attached file (Root_for_ATTSG4_FM3.rar) and extract it into the root of your EXTERNAL microSD card using the card reader in Windows. (You can do the extraction using WinRAR or 7-zip).
Put the SD card back to the phone and download the Android Terminal Emulator app.
Open the Terminal Emulator app and run below 3 commands:
Code:
cd /mnt/extSdCard
./pwn
./script.sh
Then, open SuperSU and check everything looks good.
Then open a root app and it should be working properly.
Reboot your device once to confirm root is still working after reboot.
Come back to the post and press the THANKS button
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2. Install Recovery using following method. Follow MF3 saferoot method
[RECOVERY LOCKED] Safestrap Recovery v3.71 [2013-12-27 EXFAT Fix]
FOR USERS OF MF3 (TW4.2):
LATEST FILE: Safestrap-JFLTEATT-3.65.apk (updated 2013-11-15)
Main XDA Downloads Page
Mirror 1 (Goo.im): http://goo.im/devs/Hashcode/jflteatt/safestrap
HOW DO I INSTALL SAFESTRAP?
Requirement: Root
Requirement: Allow APK install from Unknown Sources
Download the Safestrap APK
Find the APK using a Filemanager tool and open it on your device, then click "Install".
(If updating from an existing Safestrap you might be warned that this will over-write the existing installation. Click the "Yes" equivalent to this message.)
Once installed, open up the Safestrap application as you would any other app.
Agree to the disclaimer that you won't try to sue me and hunt me down with a rifle if you manage to break your phone..
Then use the "Install Recovery" button. You should see the current version down in the lower left corner of the window. And the "Status:" should say "Installed" when you're done.
From there you can reboot and you *should* see a new splash screen during the boot up. While this is showing you can enter Safestrap Recovery using the [ menu ] button.
That's it for the installation! Read below for a brief overview of Safestrap Recovery v3.x
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3. Unlocked using following thread. I used method-2 (I flashed modems using safestrap recovery instead of odin)
Possible method to SIM unlock on MK2 *must be rooted*
Method 2 (posted by muniz_ri)
Alternatively, I337 owners can flash the MDL modem via Odin to re-gain access to the hidden menu(links to signed, odin flashable modems below) then follow the guide in the OP to unlock your phone. Once completed you can re-flash the MK2 modem. I tested this process on my own stock i337 running stock MK2 and it works but follow at your own risk. Also, my knox warranty flag has been tripped for a long time so I don't know if flashing the MDL modem will trip the flag or not. Someone else can chime in on that. Cheers:
MDL Modem: https://mega.co.nz/#!wpUUXQCS!Aws3S1...BTVaEvIzcd3t6M
MK2 Modem: https://mega.co.nz/#!pwESna5I!YK7EKG...9t2EdMK9ofgJKg
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To finish this method go to this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2285431
*muniz_ri has stated he is not sure whether this will trip KNOX or not*
Thanks to RockRatt and deadlysin9 for letting me know it was safe to just flash modems while on MK2 rooted[/QUOTE]
xisruno said:
Call AT$T and have them give you the unlock code. I did this and was the easiest way.
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AT&T has strict guidelines on unlocking their phones.
https://www.att.com/deviceunlock/client/en_US/?
I did not pass the requirements.
urtruelove78 said:
I tried following steps and my at&t phone is unlocked. Tried with T-mobile sim as well as international sim.
Possible method to SIM unlock on MK2 *must be rooted*
1. Rooted my s4 on MF3 using following method.
New Root Method for AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 (OTA MF3 + Safe update to MK2)
2. Install Recovery using following method. Follow MF3 saferoot method
[RECOVERY LOCKED] Safestrap Recovery v3.71 [2013-12-27 EXFAT Fix]
3. Unlocked using following thread. I used method-2 (I flashed modems using safestrap recovery instead of odin)
Possible method to SIM unlock on MK2 *must be rooted*
To finish this method go to this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2285431
*muniz_ri has stated he is not sure whether this will trip KNOX or not*
Thanks to RockRatt and deadlysin9 for letting me know it was safe to just flash modems while on MK2 rooted
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Confirmed working on MK2 i337
fffft said:
The easiest way is to call AT&T and tell them that you will be traveling in Europe and need your phone unlocked. AT&T is generally willing to provide an unlock code in this situation.
If you wish to unlock it yourself, have a look at my post that gives you options when the necessary Samsung menu item appears to be missing. It's not usually missing.. just moved to a different sub menu: How to unlock..
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Called at&t today and they are asking for account number which I do not have. What now?
mbison83 said:
Called at&t today and they are asking for account number which I do not have. What now?
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If you don't have an account with at&t they are not going to give you a code. Either try the free unlock or buy a code.
Just a heads up on the free unlock, generally if you try it too many times you will be permanently unable to unlock. So if it doesn't work the first couple of times give up
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jd1639 said:
If you don't have an account with at&t they are not going to give you a code. Either try the free unlock or buy a code.
Just a heads up on the free unlock, generally if you try it too many times you will be permanently unable to unlock. So if it doesn't work the first couple of times give up
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The free way does not work for me as I am not able to access the Phone Control feature (possibly because of the 4.4.2 OS which I have heard has some features to prevent users from unlocking a device).
I am having the previous owner and at&t customer to call and request the code. Will know whether they will release the code in 48 hours.
If that doesn't work I will have to buy a code. Any recommendations?
I have used cellunlocker.net many times and couldn't be happier (except for the price lol)
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Help
I have a smiler problem but not the same I accidentally hit the option 1 debug screen in the service mode on the the same device (s4)active and it cleared the entire menu and now it won't read any sim and there is no mobile network to be found and all I get is a circle with a line in it . Any help would be greatly appreciated
Rooted(Kingo root). Unlocked using Regional lock away. Popped in a Verizon sim that is currently active. But no signal. I am only getting signal strength. But the good part is that i am not getting the sim unlock anymore. Basically telling me its unlocked.
Now i am trying to get service. I can't even connect to 611. Not sure if i have to flash the radio. Or add to my Verizon acct via imei #
Please help!
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helijersey said:
Rooted(Kingo root). Unlocked using Regional lock away. Popped in a Verizon sim that is currently active. But no signal. I am only getting signal strength. But the good part is that i am not getting the sim unlock anymore. Basically telling me its unlocked.
Now i am trying to get service. I can't even connect to 611. Not sure if i have to flash the radio. Or add to my Verizon acct via imei #
Please help!
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Most likely you have an apn issue. Check your apn and make sure it's correct for Verizon
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jd1639 said:
Most likely you have an apn issue. Check your apn and make sure it's correct for Verizon
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Where do i start? Apn?
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helijersey said:
Where do i start? Apn?
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Go to settings, wireless &.networks, more, cellular networks, access point names. Google Verizon apn settings for the correct settings.
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Ty! JD1639 i got the apn setting and created a new apn saved. But never saved, tried twice. Is there something i am missing?
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helijersey said:
Ty! JD1639 i got the apn setting and created a new apn saved. But never saved, tried twice. Is there something i am missing?
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It's been awhile since I edited a vpn but I remember I had the same issue. After you edited a line did you save it? There are three dots in the upper right hand corner of the phone, press them. The save option is in there.
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Since no question is "too stupid", I am hoping someone can help me out. My goal is to unlock SIM and switch carriers to TMOBILE. I have a galaxy S4 I337 4.4.2 with ATT. It has the stock rom. It was never flashed, only rooted.
Samsung -SGH-I337
ATT
Firmware version I337UCUFNC1 (ATT)
4.4.2
The phone is rooted. Here are steps I have done so far.
- Rooted phone
- Ran RegionLockAway app
- Entered the service menu, trying to turn off the SHA256 flag to off, but I don't have that menu. Phone only displays 2 options at Network Lock menu - SHA256 info and flag info
- Requested unlock code from ATT and they denied me stating 2 year contract must be fullfilled first. Phone is 14 months purchased. (BullS#$T)
- Purchased an unlock code for $6 from an advertiser on this site, but was told one couldn't be generated and they did refund my money.
I did search in this forum but did not see any threads addressing the i337 US on my firmware for unlocking the sim on my phone. I would be happy to post anymore info if needed. Thank you.
Regionlockaway works on the MF3 modem. So, install safe strap recovery and flash the MF3 modem(link available in all things Att thread) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2595457
You would also have to enable AWS bands - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2291589
jmjoyas said:
Regionlockaway works on the MF3 modem. So, install safe strap recovery and flash the MF3 modem(link available in all things Att thread) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2595457
You would also have to enable AWS bands - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2291589
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Thank you for your help. I appreciate it. I am pretty new to this, so I have a question. There are 2 methods. Which would be relevant for my phone? Would it be method 1 since it is 4.4.2? Also, would mine require a downgrade to accomplish what I am trying to do? Thanks again.
Cloud-X said:
Thank you for your help. I appreciate it. I am pretty new to this, so I have a question. There are 2 methods. Which would be relevant for my phone? Would it be method 1 since it is 4.4.2? Also, would mine require a downgrade to accomplish what I am trying to do? Thanks again.
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You would have to set selinux mode to permissive. You can use selinuxmodechanger app.
You need to install safestrap recovery using the safestrap app. Install version 3.72. Install app. Open the app and click on install recovery.
Safestrap recovery is a modified safe version of TWRP for our phone. It doesnt replace the default recovery but is available in normal boot mode. You would see a splashscreen on bootup with options to enter recovery or continue (using the capacitive menu and back buttons).
You would use safestrap recovery to flash the MF3 modem.
The downgrade method was mentioned due to the fact that we didnt have a root method for kitkat until towelroot came out.
I have a stock SGH-i337 running android 4.4.4 that is rooted.
I've rolled back to NC1 without success. I'm currently at NJ4.
I need to go from AT&T to T-Mobile.
I cannot access the hidden menus to remove the carrier lock.
None of the methods mentioned here seem to work - *#0011#, *#9090#, etc.
Any ideas?
Install safestrap, then flash the mf3 modem. Then try regionlockaway.
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Did that work? I'm going to be trying this for a phone my daughter bought a couple of days ago. It's an AT&T S4 that she wants to use on Tmobile.
The phone is on 4.4.4 and using I337ucuFNJ4. She used Ebay unlocking service and said they couldn't do it because of money owed on the previous owners account. She gave me the IMEI and it looks clean (as she did check this online and with AT&T before buying).
How can the phone essentially have a clean IMEI if money is still owed on the account? I'll get it from her on Friday and see what I can do.
Ok so I have the s4 rooted with towelroot and flashed the modem back to NJ4. Everything works fine.
Installed busybox then safestrap 3.72 and all of it installed fine. I have SuperSu and did a check root all is fine.
Now do I flash in safestrap the MF3 modem files and install regionlockaway then flash back to NJ4 with Odin? Man I have been searching around for hours to try and get this done. I hate asking for help, but if someone could give a little more detail it would be greatly appreciated. I don't want to brick this thing and was trying to get this down to give it to her in a couple of hours. Thanks guys.
I have a new paper weight.
I've fallen back to my original Galaxy S.
I hope the GS6 arrives soon.
Is unlocking this at&t phone even possible? And what did you do to brick your phone dude? I get the feeling I'm wasting my time with this, that it's not possible and people in the know are having a laugh. I hope that is not the case here.
There is just too much BS on the internet and feel like I'm searching for a needle in a haystack at this point.
Battery failure / short circuit / smoke / bad luck. I have to obtain a battery before I can tell if the damage is permanent.
Got it to work!
Ok I first off sorry for your trouble and hope the phone is not damaged buddy.
I used this technique here http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...aranteed-free-sim-unlock-mk2-nb1-nc1-t2852979
Odin 3.10 was no longer working for me to flash baseband modem so did it all using safestrap. The files that safestrap uses are zip files and use them like they are (don't unzip them to use) and they are about 22 mb's in size.
The trick for me is it didn't work right away. I had to reflash with safestrap my NJ4 modem and reboot.... and put in the correct APN settings for T-Mobile.
So it does work and hope I can help others that fall into the same problem. If you need help just leave a message in this thread and I've subscribed to it so will get an email letting me know.
APN settings - https://support.t-mobile.com/docs/DOC-17581
This page came in helpful for grabbing need modem/baseband firmware - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2496517
Good luck! Do a backup in Safestrap if you're nervous. You can always start over.
The good news - only the battery was burnt.
What boot loader do I have? getprop ro.bootloader returns I337UCUFNJ4 and getprop ro.boot.baseband returns MDM. I presume that MDM is the bootloader version and I337UCUFNJ4 is the modem version.
I'm concerned that the guides and tips are for older versions of the GS4 that don't work on 4.4.4 and may actually do damage.
Ok glad to hear the good news man. The I337UCUFNJ4 is your modem right now.
A nice little free google play store program to use to get info on your phone is called Phone INFO, download it now please.
This will show you all kinds of information on your phone and what you need is to know is Device Type to know which Safestrap to install. Mine or my daughters was klteatt.
Keep in mind I don't have the phone in hand anymore, gave it back to her last night.
What you'll need to download from the modem page link is the I337UCUFNJ4 and the MF3 modems and keep them in their zip format to use. Create a folder on your external sd card ( mine was EXT SD Downloads ) and put both modem zip files in there.
Another program that needs to be installed is called BusyBox and I just used the free version https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=stericson.busybox&hl=en
You will need this busybox installed for safestrap to work properly. And also have developer Options activated and check install from unknown sources etc etc (you can do a quick search on this one) it's key to have this done and very quick to do.
Now if you follow the instructions here http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...aranteed-free-sim-unlock-mk2-nb1-nc1-t2852979
the only thing I did different was flash back the modem MF3 firmware back to the NJ4 that you currently have. APN T-Mobile settings might have auto populated once the card was recognized (I had manually put it in earlier when it didn't work before flashing to NJ4) so not sure.
When safestrap is installed properly it will say so at the top of screen and nothing is greyed out. Do a backup so you can start over if you screw it up. Take like ten minutes or so, no worries.
I've had very little coffee this morning and sorry for being a bit all over the place with this. Let me know how it goes and if you need more help. Good Luck! At least you know it will work, I didn't.
I used Safestrap-JFLTE-3.72-kk-B01 (sorry for confusion forget the klteatt, sorry)------- phone INFO - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.vndnguyen.phoneinfo&hl=en
I followed the instructions very carefully. The problem is that I no longer have cellular service on any network.
I've rebooted, tried to reflash each of the modems. NJ4 flash fails while the MF3 flash seems to work, but I still have no cellular service.
Phone info shows bootloader NJ4 and baseband MF3
hmmm makes it a bit harder not having the phone with me anymore. You did the developers options correctly?
Perhaps use Play Store and download 'SELinux Mode Changer' to see if it will allow you to install through Safestrap the NJ4 modem firmware?
nicetucu said:
hmmm makes it a bit harder not having the phone with me anymore. You did the developers options correctly?
Perhaps use Play Store and download 'SELinux Mode Changer' to see if it will allow you to install through Safestrap the NJ4 modem firmware?
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Been there. Did that. No joy.
There is an NJ4.tar.md5 file. How do I use it?
ua549 said:
Been there. Did that. No joy.
There is an NJ4.tar.md5 file. How do I use it?
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Flash it in Odin
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I used ODIN to flash the file. Baseband is still MF3. Still no joy. I'll try going back to NC1.
ua549 said:
I used ODIN to flash the file. Baseband is still MF3. Still no joy. I'll try going back to NC1.
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Try the nb1 tar file. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=50912149
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jd1639 said:
Try the nb1 tar file. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=50912149
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Thanks! The phone is now working but I have to download, install and configure all (~150) of my apps again.
It will take a couple of days to pair all the Bluetooth devices (plus travel). I wish I'd known that this was a complete reset. I could have captured many of the apps, network locations and configurations. That said, I don't have to buy a new phone.
ua549 said:
Thanks! The phone is now working but I have to download, install and configure all (~150) of my apps again.
It will take a couple of days to pair all the Bluetooth devices (plus travel). I wish I'd known that this was a complete reset. I could have captured many of the apps, network locations and configurations. That said, I don't have to buy a new phone.
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Sorry man, I thought if you've used Odin before you knew it would wipe your phone.
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yikes..... well good thing is the phone works. Glad it worked out, well kinda lol.
I'm happy I don't have to buy a new phone before the GS6 arrives. I'll just stick with AT&T until then.
I appreciate everyone's help!